Associate

Novolex; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Well-being resources

Job summary

Novolex in Fresno, CA is hiring for an entry level Associate to support our packaging and handling on the Supermarket & Processor foam tray lines. This fast-paced manufacturing role offers opportunities to cross-train into higher paying positions within our operation and become part of a collaborative team.

The position starts at a pay rate of $17.83 per hour, with eligibility for annual and skill-based increases.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalence.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic math and problem-solving abilities.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Willingness to work as a team member.
• Perform basic reading, writing and math tasks.
• Frequent lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Follow training instructions and be a self-starter.
• Comply with all food safety, production and department safety rules.

Skills

Strong verbal and written comms

Basic math skills

Independent worker

Organizational skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Company Overview

Why Choose Us?

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Job Description

Associate- HIRING NOW - Fresno, CA.

Compensation

Starting pay rate of $17.83

Eligible for annual & skill-based wage increases

Available Shifts

• 8am-4:30pm


• 4pm-12:30am


• 12am-8:30am

Job Summary

Entry Level position that primarily handles the packaging & handling of our Supermarket & Processor foam tray production lines. Providing an excellent opportunity to cross train in several more responsible higher paying positions within our operation. This is a fast pace manufacturing environment and we are looking for people who would like an opportunity to be part of our Team and grow within our Company.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to Keep work area Clean & Organized


• Willingness to Work as a Member of a Team


• Basic Reading, Writing and Math Skills


• Frequently lift up to 30 lbs


• Must be a Self-starter who can follow Training Instructions


• Comply with all Food Safety, Production and Departmental Safety Rules

Work Conditions

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.


• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.


• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.


• Must be able to stand and walk for up 4 hours at a time and safely work in a fast paced manufacturing environment


• Indoor industrial environment that may experience high temperatures and humidity during the summer months.


• Hearing Protection is required when out on the production floor due to industrial machinery sound level.


• Required to wear ASTM F2413-05 safety shoes (Steel or comparable safety shoes worn at all times).


• Required to wear Bump Cap, Hair or Beard Net, and other Safety gear as required.


• Hair and or fascial hair grooming maintained to support food safety standards with the use of hair and/or beard nets.


• Able to stand, bend, stoop or squat, bend or twist, climb stairs and ladders, walk, and constant use of both hands repeatedly for the duration of the shift.


• Able to push or pull 30-50 lbs.


• Occasional: sitting, stoop/squat, ladder/steps, climbing, bending/twist.


• Frequent: kneel/crawl/bend, stair climbing, carrying 0-30 lbs., high, low outreaching, standing, walking


• Repeated use of: wrist/hand/fingers/shoulder/elbow/hips/ ankles/head/neck.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalence


• Manufacturing experience


• Willingness to work Overtime, Weekends, and Holidays as Required


• Ability to perform simple calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) and applies good mathematical reasoning.


• Valid Driver's License and Novolex Forklift Certification - (training provided)


• Knowledge of applicable machines to operate, troubleshoot and conduct minor repairs. Competency in forklift operations is strongly preferred.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and effectively with little to no supervision.


• Strong organizational skills and the ability to be detail-oriented.


• Positive work attitude and willingness to cooperate.

Company Benefits

What You'll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportu